5,560 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 5,560 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $27 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
3,459 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Japan
No worries, even if you're a total beginner 🔰! English support available too 👍 Let’s level up your Japanese together—step by step, at your pace, and with lots…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Basic|Beginner
Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
This class is for Japanese language leaner.The class will be conducted in mostly Japanese.I'm not fluent in English, but I'm a professional dance and yoga teac…
Nativeitalki · Japan
初心者大歓迎！英語でサポートできる日本語ネイティブ講師 Beginners Welcome! Native Japanese Tutor with English Support
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Over 25 Years of Experience in Early Childhood Education! I Teach Japanese Gently and Carefully.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Effective lessons using acting
Teaches A1–C2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's learn Japanese whil talking about Anime and Manga wiht me.
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本の航空会社で7年間、客室乗務員（Cabin crew）として海外や国内線で勤務しました。沢山の人とお話をした経験があり、他国の文化を学ぶことが大好きです。初めて日本語を学ぶ方も安心してください☺️
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
【You Take the Lead】Lessons that Go Beyond Just Input! Let's Transition from Textbook Japanese to Natural Conversations with Original Materials 📕➡︎🗣️💬 Aiming fo…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 TESOL | Conversation 👶
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let’s learn practical Japanese in a fun and relaxed atmosphere!
Nativeitalki · Japan
楽しいから続けられる📚 |サバイバル日本語から初級者のための先生
Teaches A1–B1
NativePreply · Japan
Fun and Engaging Japanese Lessons 🌸 | Let's Speak Natural Japanese with Confidence!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓日本語教育能力検定試験｜会話・ビジネス💼
Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
買い物、病院、毎日の生活で使い日本語を、一緒に練習しましょう。
Nativeitalki · Japan
初心者からディスカッションまで大歓迎！あなたのペースに寄り添い、生きた会話力を育てます。特定技能（介護）のサバイバル日本語や生活マナーも対応。楽しく深く語り合いましょう！
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Would you choose me as your Japanese teacher?
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 Japanese | Conversational Ko
Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語上達の近道はネイティブの友達とたくさん話すこと♪カフェでお友達とお喋りするように、気軽に雑談しませんか？
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨ Learn Real Japanese Conversation with a Native Speaker|Beginner Friendly| Genki & English Support
Teaches A1–C1
NativePreply · Japan
Feel comfortable speaking Japanese—and fall in love with learning it! 😊🌱No Japanese? No problem! Complete beginners are always welcome. 💛t. 🇯🇵🏅 Certified Prepl…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Fundamental
Teaches A1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
No stressでおしゃべりを楽しむためのレッスンです。間違えても大丈夫です！リラックスして話してみましょう。
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Sensei★Conversation practice! Beginners are welcomed! I can help you in English! 楽しく話しましょう！
Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while Tusclases / FindTutors offers the most choice (1,481 tutors). Number of tutors, median hourly price and trial policy on each marketplace.
| Platform | Tutors | Median / h | Middle 50% | Avg. rating | Trial lesson | Lesson length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,481 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| italki | 1,135 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| AmazingTalker | 904 | $22 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Preply | 862 | $24 | $18–$36 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Cafetalk | 696 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 239 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Classgap | 72 | $24 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| Verbling | 69 | $31 | $25–$37 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Apprentus | 54 | $34 | $27–$41 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 25 | $52 | $40–$70 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 16 | $30 | $26–$33 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 7 | $56 | $44–$64 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan3,395 / 5,560
Taiwan151 / 5,560
China120 / 5,560
South Korea63 / 5,560
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,560
United States31 / 5,560
Philippines14 / 5,560
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We collect public profile facts (name, photo, languages, price, rating) from tutoring marketplaces and refresh them daily. Prices are normalised to a 60-minute lesson in US dollars. Ratings and reviews belong to each marketplace. Subscription platforms have no per-tutor price.
Updated September 29, 2026
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